About Us

We are conveniently located in the heart of Ireland - Offaly GAA Centre of Excellence, Kilcormac, Co Offaly. We provide a dynamic, rapidly accessible Strength & Conditioning, Physiotherapy & Performance testing service for the general population to amateur and elite athletes. Our aim is to resolve symptoms quickly as well as treating the underlying cause. We are open, honest and skilled in the treatment of your condition – this has led to a reputation we are proud of.

For a full list of our services check out the What we do section of our website. Alternatively if you have a specific service or question in mind please don’t hesitate to contact us.


Our Facilities

Offaly Physio & Performance Lab is a leading clinic in Physiotherapy, Sports Related Injury management, performance testing and return to play pathways for many sports. We employ the latest evidence based techniques and technology used in the treatment of clinical and sporting injuries. At Offaly Physio & Performance Lab we aim to improve injury management outcomes and patient satisfaction. The state-of-the-art facility houses Physiotherapists, Strength & Conditioning coaches and includes an ultra-modern Performance Rehabilitation Gym, astroturf and 4 pitches. Offaly Physio & Performance Lab is home to our cutting edge Biomechanics Laboratory, Performance testing, Shockwave Therapy & Rehabilitation Clinic.

Our Team

Christian Coombs



Christian graduated from Curtin University with a Post Graduate Certificate in Clinical Physiotherapy. Prior to this he attained his BSc in Chartered Physiotherapy from Cardiff Medical School. He also has a  BSc Honours Degree in Exercise Physiology from Glamorgan University. Christian is currently completing a Masters in Strength & Conditioning at St Marys University, London. He works as a lecturer at the Technological University of the Shannon presenting  the BSc Athletic Therapy & Rehabilitation degree. He is also a member of Sport Ireland High Performance Panel for Physiotherapy.

His special interests are sprinting mechanics, chronic pain, spinal pain, tendinopathy and sports rehabilitation. Since qualifying as a Physiotherapist he has continued to build his academic qualifications with post graduate qualifications in spinal manipulative therapy, nerve tissue mobilisation, sprinting mechanics, clinical Pilates, advanced biomechanics, gait scan and orthotic prescription, dry needling & acupuncture, orthopaedic manual therapy & sports trauma management.  

He has provided Physiotherapy for various International Athletes (Olympic Sprinters & Endurance Athletes, International Boxers, Paralympic Athletes, Professional Tennis Players, Professional Golfers, International Rugby Players). He has extensive experience in the sport setting and corporate environment.

  • Head of Medical Offaly GAA 2023-2024 
  • High Performance Panel Member Physiotherapy - Sport Ireland
  • Head physiotherapist to Westmeath Gaelic Football Team 2011 - 2015
  • Medical Co-ordinator Offaly Gaelic Football Team 2018
  • Provides Sports Physiotherapy & Performance testing to International Olympic Athletes and Professional Rugby Players.


David Gaye



David graduated from Athlone Institute of Technology with a BSc Honours Degree in Athletic Therapy and Rehabilitation. He has since gained a MSc Honours Degree in Strength and Conditioning. He has further added to his academic qualifications with a diploma in Pilates and a certificate in biomechanics enabling him to provide gaitscan assessments and orthotic prescription.

David has a special interest in repetitive musculoskeletal injuries, spinal pain, dry needling & acupuncture, post operative rehabilitation (ACL, Spinal Issues, Hip Arthroscopy, Shoulder Reconstruction) and elite performance. His experience in the private sector has enabl
ed him to become accomplished with musculoskeletal, neurogenic and orthopaedic conditions. David has extensive experience in the sport setting with Inter County Senior Footballers & Hurlers, International Athletes as well as athletes from a variety of sporting backgrounds.

  • Senior Physiotherapist Offaly Gaelic Football Team (2018)
  • Head Physiotherapist Offaly County Champions - Rhode GAA (2020 - Present)





David Harrington



David is an Athletic & Rehabilitation Therapist with a background in Strength & Conditioning over the last 9 years. He has a keen interest in all things sport. His combination of Strength & Conditioning and Athletic Therapy skills has seen him work across a number of sporting environments  such as rugby, hurling, gaelic football teams, and at present SSE Airtricity League team Athlone Town FC.

David has a vast experience in the clinical setting, with a particular interest in neck, back pain, dry needling / acupuncture and chronic conditions. He enjoys working with all ages and abilities, and is fully committed to returning patients/athletes to full pain free function and mobility.


Megan Burns



Megan graduated from UCD with a BSc in Chartered Physiotherapy. Since graduating she has been involved with Postgraduate research in UCD developing apps for managing Athletes. On top of this she is an Elite Athlete with Irelands sevens team representing her country in the World Series. This has enabled her to develop her knowledge of the Elite sport setting. 

Her special interests include orthopaedic rehabilitation (post op shoulder, hip, knee and ankle), return to performance in sport, biomechanics, spinal pain, tendinopathy and sports rehabilitation. Since qualifying as a Physiotherapist she has continued to build her experience clinically with amateur and elite athletes along with providing physiotherapy for Offaly Ladies County Football team. 




Jamie Stone



Jamie has recently completed a MSc in Physiotherapy at the University College Cork. Prior to this he graduated from the Southeast Technology University with a BSc Honours Degree in Athletic Therapy and Rehabilitation.

He has a keen interest in spinal pain, post-operative rehabilitation, return to performance - ACL / Shoulder injuries and tendinopathies. Jamie has a broad experience in the hospital setting and elite sporting environments at Offaly GAA Intercounty Footballers and Cork city F.C to name a few.




Shane Carrington - Psychologist 



Shane is a dedicated Sport and Exercise Psychologist in training, holding an MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology with Distinction from Staffordshire University. Currently, Shane supports the Offaly GAA squads in a Sport and Exercise Psychology role, where he focuses on optimizing performance in competitive environments. He has also previously supported the Athlone ladies soccer team delivering an intervention to help performance under pressure.  

Shane's academic background is complemented by experience in lecturing in sport and exercise psychology, as well as the psychology of sports injuries and rehabilitation module. This has equipped him with a strong foundation in understanding the psychological demands athletes face, both during peak performance and recovery. 
    
Shane has a keen interest in helping athletes perform under pressure, using evidence-based mental strategies to build confidence, focus, and resilience. He is passionate about integrating psychological tools into the physical rehabilitation process to help athletes return stronger, both physically and mentally.




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